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2012 Classes - Denver Public Library

2012-01-26T09:58:00.000-07:00

Hi y'all!
Here is a starting list for 2012. All classes are free! Call your library to register. Join me, and come have fun learning to knit or crochet. Have a fiberlicious day!

Sylvia

Thursday, January 12th, 6 p.m. - Ross University Hills
Learn to Knit
For beginners or lapsed knitters needing a refresher. Learn to cast on, knit, and bind off. Learn about purling, and about starting a project. Bring a pair of size 10 bamboo straight needles. Yarn supplied. Register: 720.865.0955 or fclmybranch@denverlibrary.org.

Saturday, February 4th, 2 p.m. •Bear Valley
Learn to Crochet
Learn the basics of crochet while starting a fabulous cowl or scarf. Learn how to Chain Stitch, Single Crochet, and Double Crochet. Learn about patterns and local yarn resources. Bring a ball of Chunky yarn and a Size N-13 (9mm) Crochet Hook. Register: 720.865.0975 or fclmybranch@denverlibrary.org

Saturday, March 3rd, 2:00 p.m. - Smiley
Knitting in the Round
Learn to make a hat using circular needles and double points. Learn joining, knitting in a circle (round) and decreases. Bring a ball bulky weight yarn and size 11 needles – 16 inch circulars and 1 set of double points.
Register: 720-865-0260 or fclmybranch@denverlibrary.org.

Saturday, April 7th, 2:00 p.m. - Smiley
Knitting: Pattern Reading
Not sure what K2tog, YO, K, & BO mean? Learn knitting abbreviations, deciphering your pattern, how to read a chart. Great for all skill levels. Register: 720-865-0260 or fclmybranch@denverlibrary.org.

Thursday, May 10th, 6 pm - Ross University Hills
Learn to Knit
For beginners or lapsed knitters needing a refresher. Learn to cast on, knit, and bind off. Learn about purling and about starting a project. Bring a pair of size 10 bamboo straight needles. Yarn supplied. Register: 720.865.0955 or fclmybranch@denverlibrary.org.

Thursday, June 14th, 6 pm - Ross University Hills
Beyond the Basics
You will be guided through the mysteries of checking gauge and how to pick a project and match
the correct needles and yarn. Basic pattern reading skills will be covered, as well as a review of
knit, purl, and binding off. Increasing, decreasing, and yarn over’s will also be demonstrated. Bring
yarn and needles to practice your skills. Register: 720.865.0955 or fclmybranch@denverlibrary.org.

2011 Knitting Classes - Denver Public Library

2011-10-11T19:16:00.002-06:00

COMING SOON: 2012 Dates!
Hi y'all!

Join me for free knitting classes at 2 branch libraries of the Denver Public Library. I will be teaching at the Bear Valley Branch and the Smiley Branch this year. Here at the dates & classes:

Bear Valley Branch - Thursdays, 6-7:30 pm

May 12th - Beyond the Basics

August 18th - Knitting RX

Smiley Branch Library - Saturdays, 2-3:30 pm

June 25th - Learn to Knit

July 30th - Beyond the Basics

August 27th - Knitting RX

September 24th - Knitted Gifts
November 10th - Knitted Gifts II

Hope to see y'all there!

Sylvia

New Knitting Classes - At your Local Library!

2011-04-23T20:35:00.000-06:00

Hey y'all!

I am teaching knitting classes at two local Denver Public Library's for 2011. I am teaching a series from June - September 2011, at the Smiley branch library. I have two classes scheduled at the Bear Valley branch in May & August. Join me there!! Here are the details:

Bear Valley Library - Thursdays, 6 pm - 7:30 pm

*May 12th - Beyond the Basics

*August 18th - Knitting RX

Smiley Library - Saturdays, 2pm - 3:30 pm

*June 25th - Learn to Knit

*July 30th - Beyond the Basics

*August 27th - Knitting RX

*Sept. 24th - Knitted Gifts

Hope to see y'all there!

Sylvia Montoya

Stitching the World Together - Charity Knitting Workshop

2011-01-14T20:55:00.005-07:00

Join Sylvia Montoya - former owner of Posh, a Yarn Boutique as she returns with "fiberlicious" ideas for knitting with a purpose. She'll show you projects to make and tell you abbout some of the local oraganizations that accept them. Bring size 7 or 8 needles (double point or 16 in. circular) and get started on a hat.

January 15th, 2011, 1 pm

Denver Public Library - Bear Valley Branch

5171 W Dartmouth Ave.,

Denver, CO 80236

Free Knitting Class at the Library!

2010-11-03T09:03:00.004-06:00

Hi y'all, join me this Saturday for some knitting! Here are the details:

Knitting Workshop

Saturday, November 6, 2010, at 1 p.m.Ross-University Hills Branch Library.

Knitters! Need a fresh idea for those holiday gifts? Sylvia Montoya, former owner of POSH, a Yarn Boutique, shares some fab, “fiberlicious” projects you can make as gifts or for yourself! Got your own project? Bring yarn and your knitting needles and Sylvia will get you started.

**I will also have some books and a list of online sources to find find some fiberlicious projects, as well as a free scarf pattern.

'Til we meet again...

2009-08-16T13:44:00.000-06:00

A bittersweet ending...It's been an awesome journey, and I shared it with so many people that I hold close in heart. Thank y'all for making a community of fiberati in the 'hood. I hope that it continues on, and that the friendships that began at POSH last beyond.

Y'all have made me laugh & I've shared your sorrows & triumphs. You have touched my life in many ways, and you'll all live on in my heart.

Have a fiberlicious journey into the beyond! I'll be thinking of y'all!

Sylvia Montoya

SALE & POSH Closed 7/28 & 7/29/09

2009-07-28T09:15:00.002-06:00

POSH will be closed for inventory July 28th & 29th. We will re-open on Thursday the 30th, at 1 pm.

Our Sale starts the July 30th !!

All yarn, books, & patterns are 20% off.

The sale room is 30% off! This is a great time to redeem your POSH Gift Certificates.

Have a fiberlicious day & see ya soon!

New Tuesday Hours & Yarn!

2009-07-21T08:52:00.003-06:00

POSH will now open at 1 pm on Tuesdays. You don't have to wait until late afternoon to get your fiber fix! A reminder: we are open late on Tuesdays & Thursdays.

New Yarn! We have some lovely Misti Alpaca Handpainted Laceweight - 100 gram hank, 2 Ply Lace Weight, 7 sts per inch, needle US #2. The colors are gorgeous, and it's butter soft baby alpaca. Also, a yummy sock yarn that is just in - 50% Superfine Alpaca, 30% Merino Wool, 10% Silk, & 10% Nylon. Misti Sock Yarn blends superfine alpaca, fine Merino wool, silk ,and nylon to create a superbly soft, resilient, and durable sock yarn. It comes in a 100 gram hank, 4 ply, Fingering Weight, 7 sts per inch, needle US #2. Come and give it a fondle!

3rd Birthday Sale!

2009-06-25T10:24:00.002-06:00

Hi y'all!
We have a sale happening to celebrate our 3rd year! Our sale room is 25% off. There's Noro, Araucania, Ella Rae and more. Saturday only - June 27th - all yarn in the shop is 15% off. Come help us celebrate with cupcakes and fizzy beverages!

XOXO,

Sylvia

P.S. Special orders not included in the sale. :)

Yummy Titles in the Shop!

2009-06-11T07:25:00.005-06:00

Just a teaser of a few of the great books we have in stock right now. These are definate eye candy! Of course, there are other fab titles too, so don't limit yourself. :)

Knit for the Carnations and Knit in Public Day at Posh

2009-06-05T08:47:00.004-06:00

For all you fiber lovers watching the Belmont Stakes this weekend!Pick your final jewel in the "Run for the Carnations," and win a discount if your horse places 1st (20%), 2nd (15%), or 3rd (10%)!

Email us or drop your pick off at POSH, and redeem your winnings 6/9 - 6/13/09. All picks must be into POSH by midnight Friday.

Email: yarn@poshayarnboutique.com RE: POSH Stakes

And be sure to take note of our summer hours:

Summer Hours
Tuesdays: 4 pm - 7 pm
Wednesdays: 1 pm - 5 pm
Thursdays: 1 pm - 9 pm
Fridays: 1 pm - 5 pm
Saturday: 11 am - 5 pm

Closed Sunday & Monday

We will be KIPing and CIPing (crocheting in public) in the front yarn at Posh, Saturday, June 20, noon-5 p.m. (the same day as our neighborhood Highlands Square Street Fair at 32nd and Lowell).

Join us for some stitching, snacking and sipping!

Register for spring classes at Posh!

2009-05-08T10:41:00.005-06:00

Create your own "folk shawl" in this class taught by author Cheryl Oberle starting May 26

To sign up, call Posh, 720-855-0485.

Socks!
May 9th - 23rd
Learn the basics of sock knitting. You'll learn to use DPN's and knit a sock top down. This is a fabulous class for the adventurous beginner, or if you've been thinking about jumping into the sock obsession.
3 sessions, Thursdays, 6 pm - 8 pm, 65.00 + materials. Instructor: TBA

Easy Shrug
May 10th - 31st
Make and help design a fool-proof shrug that you will love! Come in and check out the sample hanging in the shop. This is a perfect beginner skills class. Class will skip the Memorial Day weekend.
3 sessions, Sundays, 1 pm - 3 pm. $65 + materials. Instructor: Theresa Pekron

Whisper Cardigan
May 21st - June 11th
Knit this simple & delicate cardigan from Interweave Knits. This whisper weight sweater is perfect for spring & those cool summer evenings. We have gorgeous laceweight yarns in stock, perfect for this project! Advanced beginning knitting skills required.
3 sessions, Thursdays, 6 pm-8 pm, $65 + materials. Instructor: Cathi Arfin

Folk Shawls
May 26th - July 21
This class is based on the Folk Shawls book by Cheryl Oberle. Cheryl will discuss and look at all the different shaping and techniques involved in the shawl traditions included in the book, plus some variations. Pick your shawl to work on from the many gorgeous shawls in the book. All levels are welcome, both new and advanced lace/ shawl knitters (must already know how to cast on, knit, and purl). Making skill appropriate choices of the patterns will be part of the class. Classes are scheduled to allow you to both launch a shawl and to provide knitting time between classes once the knitting has begun.
6 sessions,Tuesdays, 6 - 8 pm, $80.00 + materials.
Instructor: Cheryl Oberle
Supplies: Class text, Folk Shawls by Cheryl Oberle - please call to reserve your book upon registration. Yarn and needles for shawl of your choice (choice of these can be done with the instructor's assistance at first class).
Basic knitting supplies, calculator, pen and paper for notes.

Fair Isle Knitting
May 30th - June 20th
A class for the adventurous knitter! Learn to knit using two-handed, stranded and woven-in knitting. You will start with a small purse, and then work on a bigger project. Your stranded knitting will look fabulous using this technique! Learn from an awesome instructor and check out some of her gorgeous finished projects.
Basic knitting skills required.4 sessions, Saturdays, 1-3 pm, $65 + materials.
Instructor: Sue Petrovski

And the winner is...

2009-05-04T07:26:00.007-06:00

This fine bird by master spinner and knitter Kay!

Second prize went to Chickpea by Kristen.

Third place went to Chickie Lickie and we awarded honorable mentions to Little Red Hen and Miss Violet.

Winners received a goody bag of yarn and fiber goodies. And we had a grand time at our hen party!

Thank you to all who participated!

Posh Poultry Potluck, May 2

2009-04-29T08:40:00.004-06:00

Who will be Top Chick?

You are invited to the Posh Poultry Potluck, Saturday, May 2 from noon-3 p.m. at Posh.

We will be announcing winners of the Posh Poultry Smackdown and awarding prizes. Bring a favorite chicken dish to share. Dessert will be provided.

In the meantime, voting is open until close of business Friday, May 1 for the best knit chicken. Come in and log your vote. Then join us for our "rooster roast" on Saturday!

Two new sock books!

2009-04-28T11:54:00.003-06:00

For all you sock fans, we have two fabulous new books in stock! Give us a call, and we can put one aside for you.

They came home to roost!

2009-04-17T15:17:00.000-06:00

Check out the POSH Coop! Stop in thru April 30th to vote for your favorite.

A couple more chicks...

2009-04-17T15:10:00.001-06:00

More Chickens

2009-04-17T14:38:00.002-06:00

New chick says, "Save the date for Posh Poultry Potluck--April 30!"

2009-04-13T09:55:00.005-06:00

A chicken for every pot

We will announce winners of the Posh Poultry Smackdown on Saturday, May 2nd, at the Posh Poultry Potluck, 12 noon - 3 p.m. at Posh. There will be prizes!

Everyone's welcome, whether you've made a chicken or not. Bring your favorite chicken dish to share. Kris, our very own pastrie student, will be making dessert!

See y'all then!

Chickens on the loose!

2009-04-10T16:15:00.010-06:00

A clutch of chicks is nesting at Posh, ready for the ultimate Posh Poultry Smackdown. Deadline for fowl submissions is end-of-business on April 15. Voting starts April 16.

Come in and vote for the Boutique's Best Bird!

K4OT Update and Free Kris' Kap "Recipe"

2009-04-05T10:32:00.010-06:00

A Posh original--Kris' Kap--modeled by a very reluctant friend of Posh

Drum roll, please: The Denver Public Library's Knitting for Our Troops Caps Project has brought in 10,358 helmet liner hats--so far!

The project continues with hats rolling into the library on an ongoing basis. The project has even spread to stitchers in Savannah, Ga.

We had a blast at Posh, with tons of knitters and crocheters coming and going throughout the Jan. 23-24 weekend marathon. Overall, we donated almost 190 hats to the cause.

If you want to knit a few more lids for the troops, check out Kris' Kap Recipe, designed by our very own Kris R. This one is knit in Aslan Trends low-impact, head-friendly Ecolana, an irresistable blend of alpaca and merino. The all-natural colors are totally dude-approved.

Once again, thank you all for your participation!

Kris' Kap Recipe

Materials: Worsted Weight yarn and US size 7 or 8 needles

CO 96 stitches.

Work 1- 1.5 inches in k2p2 rib, then work stockinette until hat is 5” from CO edge, or desired length.

Decrease as follows:

1. K10 K2tog
2. Knit all even rows.
3. K9 K2tog around.
5. k8 k2tog around.
7. k7 k2tog around.
9. k6 k2tog around.
11. k5 k2tog around.
13. k4 k2tog around.
15. k3 k2tog aorund.
17. k2 k2tog around.
19. k1 k2tog around.
21. k2tog around.

Use tapestry needle to weave yarn through remaining stitches. Weave in all ends.

Enjoy!

The first chicken comes home to roost!

2009-04-03T08:27:00.005-06:00

Ola! El gordo pollo!

Ladies, we have a chicken. And I have it on good authority that this is an especially "green" bird, not only knit with the Blue Sky Alpacas so-soft organic cotton, but also stuffed with old t-shirts, pantyhose, yarn remnants and roving.

Remember, all chickens need to be feathered and stuffed by April 15!

In other news: In case you need chicken recipes, books on chickens or other reading material, we have a darling new book store right across the street on Tennyson: The Bookery Nook. What could be more heavenly? Books and yarn on one corner.

Have a fiberlicious weekend!

Bookshelves feeling empty?

2009-03-31T09:05:00.010-06:00

The UPS truck has recently brought us some tempting new titles with great ideas for fit, color and how to use that fabulous Pagewood Farm sock yarn we have. Looks like my personal library is about to expand!

Best of Westword win!

2009-03-27T15:34:00.009-06:00

For the second year in a row, y'all have selected Posh as Westword's Reader's Choice winner for Best Store on North Tennyson Street!

We just feel "moo"-velous! A big thank you hug from us!

P.S. Now that the snow's melting, Posh will be open tomorrow, Saturday, March 27 at 11 a.m.

POSH is Closed Today!

2009-03-26T11:07:00.002-06:00

Hi y'all,

POSH will be closed all day (3/26/09) due to our weather. Stitch Therapy is also canceled. Enjoy the snow & knit a chicken!

XO,
Sylvia